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Site Update
Let's put our paws together in a huge round of applause for our Aywas customers, who resulted in a huge, successful donation to ECAD! Over the past eight days, we've managed to raise $1,291 for the charity.
Pat yourselves on the back - you did a great job!
The Metal Service Lab will be in the Advent Calendar today, and the Metal Service Retriever will be in there tomorrow. Don't forget to collect them!
My big news post to accompany Eri's will be coming tomorrow, but just as a precursor, if you'd be interested in doing 50% edits on an Aywas base with no coloring for $15, drop me a message, as I have a job for you!
Posted by JAK
(#15) on Mon Aug 3, 2015 12:14am
Welcome to August!
Site Update
Welcome to the starry month of August!
Things are heating up with our spectacular GP Shop pets!
And getting refreshingly cool with our BP Shop pets too!
If you colored one of these fun pets, please contact Kyu (#1010) for your payment!
Make sure to include your PayPal address if you are opting for the USD option.
We will also be collecting pet PSDs directly from the thread, so you no longer have to send them in. However, please make sure you keep the links active for two weeks (at least until mid-August) so we have time to snag 'em for science!
In the mood for something refreshing? The Essence of August 2015 might just hit the spot!
This watermelon-inspired potion will turn your active pet into one of the monthly pets above at random.
The premium monthly item will be announced soon!
Have a party, it's your birthday!
The Sturgeon Moon Lunaris you see above will be reigning over the skies through the entire month of August; a new Lunaris will take over on September 1st.
Don't forget to check out the birthday link to claim your gift from Aywas on your big day! Need to change your birthday? Click here! Missed your birthday Lunaris or picked up the wrong one? Contact Kyu (#1010)!
The new monthly contests have been announced!
September Monthly Pets - BP Shop: Enter
September Monthly Pets - GP Shop: Enter
September Monthly Customs
Theme: Honey
Good luck with your entries!
The Nova custom creators have returned to their respective placement in the GP/BP Shops and will return to the Premium Outlet in September.
Nuts 'n Bolts Nook
A monthly update from behind the scenes.
I'm obviously still doing a lot of catch up, but there will be a lot of news posts coming up this month with some pretty rad updates. :3 To give you a little teaser though, the Lunar Meteor will be returning!
Cheers!
- Eri
Posted by Eri & --
(#17) on Sun Aug 2, 2015 9:32pm
Mystery Box has Opened!!!
Site Update
As promised on the Service Dog announcement, the Mystery Box has opened!
If you're not familiar with the Mystery Box, it's a special extra item you get for every purchase of $5.00 or more. Tickets go into the feature associated with it. If you're extra lucky, you'll get something awesome!
Remember, if you buy USD Items, be sure to send a PM to #15 with the name of the items you bought, the quantity, and the total price. Also, please keep in mind that we've removed the Artist Paintbrushes from the USD Shop temporarily. They will return after the sale has completed.
The Mystery Box sale will continue until 11:59 PM on August 3.
Remember that 10% of whatever you buy today (August 2nd) goes toward our designated charity, which we've been keeping track of over here!
Let's start off with an Awesome August~
Who's looking forward to all the early month news posts?
Posted by JAK
(#15) on Sun Aug 2, 2015 12:30am
Monthly HA Contest
Contests
The winning HA sets have been placed into their respective shops!
Last month earned the following:
GP Set: 164 GP per artist
BP Set: 61,200,000 BP per artist
Premium Set: 2,818 PP per artist
Want in on the action? Well, phase one - the basing contest - is open and waiting for entries!
Head here to submit your design. Hopefully somewhere between the sun, surf and sand
(or cozy sweaters, fireplaces and mugs of hot chocolate, if you're down under)
you'll be able to fit in some time to join in!
Posted by Eve
(#2775) on Sat Aug 1, 2015 3:12pm
HA Colouring - Vote!
Contests
Please select your vote.
And don't forget to check out the news posts below!
Posted by Eve
(#2775) on Sun Jul 26, 2015 4:39pm
Back from the real world!
Site Update
Since you normally wouldn't know who is talking to you until you get to the end of the news post, and by now might've even forgotten who I am, let me re-introduce myself: Hi, I'm Eri! :3 I do a lot of things around Aywas but recently got unexpectedly sucked into this portal called "real life." Let me tell you, I like it here much better!
I've been working for Aywas for nearly six years, and have rarely been away from it for more than 24 hours at a time since then. Typically when I'm going to be away--or when any administrator suffers the same IRL fate that I just experienced--coverage plans are generally put in place. Unfortunately, I got hit with a series of whirlwind things that I wasn't really able to plan or slow down for. Hence, chaos!
Seriously though, I deeply apologize for any inconveniences my unexpected absence has caused and am sorry that I was not available to help you guys like I usually am.
Happily, since IRL has thrown so much at me in such a short amount of time, I think it's done being so demanding for a while, so you guys are stuck with me until the day Slash can't stand me anymore. 8D
As you might've guessed, my Inbox is a mess and I have a lot of catching up to do, so I will do my best to tackle all of those things as swiftly as I can. However, business comes with the territory, so please don't hesitate to PM me about anything, or if you run into me on the forums, feel free to say hi. After all, I've missed talking with you guys and will probably be bouncing around the boards in between tasks. :3
Prepare to get annoyed by more news posts from me soon!
(I'll try not to spam you too bad, honest. *wink*)
- Eri
Posted by Eri & --
(#17) on Sun Jul 26, 2015 9:35am
T4T: I like you beary much!
Items
I know we have a lovely new event going on (see news post below!) but if you could paws for a minute and bear to bring your attention to the Trash for Treasure shop, we have another lovely item for you to add to your collection!
This lovely collectable will stock until 26th August - so you have plenty of time to gather a sleuth of these lovely cuddly folks!
Posted by Eve
(#2775) on Sun Jul 26, 2015 3:16am
Service Dog Week
Site Update
Service Dog Week IS HERE!!!
This week on Aywas, we're going to celebrate service dogs! Service dogs are extremely important and we feel like they need a little spotlight to show how awesome they are.
Service Dog Information
The first thing we'd like to shine light on is US regulations about service dogs. Since 90% of our community is from the United States, this is great information for the majority of you. Here's a link to the official ADA Frequently Asked Questions about Service Dogs! Some important information to note:
1. Service dogs do not need to be registered, nor do they need identification. Any US database for service dogs that charges handlers to register is a scam!
2. People with disabilities have the right to train their own dog as a service dog. They are not required to get a professionally trained dog.
3. Service dogs are permitted ANYWHERE the public is allowed. Staff are only allowed to ask two questions of a handler: 1) Is this a service dog required because of a disability?, 2) What work or task has the dog been trained to perform?
4. Staff cannot request identification for the dog, ask about the handler's disability, or ask that the dog demonstrate its trained task. The dog does not need an ID card, a special vest, or any special harness, though many service dogs do wear vests.
5. If you see a service dog, do not pet or distract the dog in any way! Many service dogs are required to focus on their handler to ensure their handler remains safe. You can politely ask the handler if you can pet the dog, but respect their answer if it's a "NO."
Service Dogs vs. Emotional Support Dogs and Therapy Dogs
Curious about the difference between service dogs and emotional support and therapy dogs? Check out this resource to learn more Click here!
Want to learn more about service dogs, or where to get your own service dog? Check out the links below!
Please Don't Pet Me
Assistance Dogs International
Canine Companions for Independence
Paws with a Cause
Service Dog Central
One of our administrators speaks very highly of their favorite service dog charity, Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities (ECAD). This is a 501(c)(3) charity that we're excited to donate to during Service Dog Week!
For the duration of Service Dog Week (7/26 - 8/2), we will be donating 10% of our income from the USD Shop and GP Purchases to this suggested charity. We've been told by our admin that they really need the money right now due to surgery on one of their animals, and we definitely want to help.
On August 2nd, the last day of Service Dog Week, we will be running the Mystery Box. Consider this a head's up!
So let's get into what we have available for Service Dog Week!
Golden Retriever Service Dog | Labrador Service Dog
These are Service Dog Vests and what you'll need to collect to make the Service Dog SCCs shown above. If you collect fifteen Service Dog Vests, you can trade them in for one "metal" custom maker for one of the SCCs. These metal custom makers are currently stocking in the Event Shop.
These are used to make metal (coloring only, no edits) Service Dog SCCs.
So how do you get Service Dog Vests? Good question! The Trivia this week (7/26 - 8/2) has ten service dog related questions for you to answer, and for every one you get correct, you get one vest!
You can also write about your experiences with Service Dogs to earn one vest per 100 words you write, or you can color Service Dog SCCs for others to earn additional vests!
If you are interested in edited Service Dog SCCs, then head to the USD Shop to pick up some blue custom makers (50% edited) there for $5.00 each. These makers will be available until August 2nd 11:59 PM. All custom makers will be usable until August 31st, at which point they will be made into special collectibles.
So! As a recap:
- 10% of our income is going to our selected charity from 7/26 - 8/2
- Pick up Metal Service Dog items in the Event shop until 8/2, 11:59 PM
- Pick up Blue Service Dog items in the USD shop until 8/2, 11:59 PM
- The Mystery Box will open on 8/2 (so technically 11:59 PM of 8/1 to 11:59 PM of 8/2)
- All four custom makers will be functioning until 8/31 11:59 PM
- The Trivia will be available to earn vests until 8/2 11:59 PM
- The Coloring Thread and Experiences thread will be open until 8/2 11:59 PM
Enjoy Service Dog Week!
Posted by JAK
(#15) on Sat Jul 25, 2015 10:05pm
T4T: If you're driftin' on an empty ocean
Items
From the item creator:
"So often, we hear phrases like "sinking into a depression" or "drowning in self-loathing". These things sound so bleak and horrible, but they don't have to be. While you may never know how much someone might need, you also never know how much of a difference the smallest gestures can make. Sometimes, the smallest bit of kindness can be all it takes to keep someone from drifting off. To anyone who has ever helped someone through a hard time, no matter how big or small, what you do is invaluable. For anyone who is having a difficult time, no matter how major or minor, there will always be someone who cares. Be patient, be strong, and always keep an eye out for the bright shiny thing on the horizon."
This lovely collectors item will be available in Trash for Treasure until the 24th August =)
Posted by Eve
(#2775) on Thu Jul 23, 2015 9:25pm
Pet Shop, Adventure Pets, & A Change!
Pets
Hello everyone! I wanted to let you know that I changed the stock in my pet shop! The old pets were retired and they're in loving forever homes now! I found some wonderful, beautiful, new pets to share with you and they're happily on sale and ready to meet their new owners!
Please remember that my shop is on a stock rotation schedule! As usual the stock will change every 3 months. After the 3 months, the pets currently in stock will be permanently retired and a new stock will replace them. So buy them while you can!
I've also found a few new pets out in the wilderness of the Aywas world. I couldn't make them tame enough to sell in the pet shop so I'll just show you them so you can catch them yourself.
If you want to design some Adventure pets, go and post them in their respective threads here! There's also a chance that the designs accepted from that forum will go into the Pet Shop! Remember, you can earn SP!
If your design is now in the pet shop or in the new adventure release please contact Kyu (#1010) for your free copy.
A Change to How Adventure Pets Will Work!
Adventure pets used to be released every 2 weeks in batches of 6. We're changing this to be once a month in batches of 9-12. This won't change the prizes for having your pets accepted, or the monthly raffle. The pet coloration submissions forums, however, will only be checked approximately once a month instead of once every 2 weeks.
I'll be going through the forums during this next week and accepting through the backlog from when I was gone. :) Thank you for being patient! The monthly raffle(s) from when I was gone will be drawn and all posted & rewarded at next month's release post and we'll be back on track!
Posted by Kyu & Mauri
(#1010) on Sun Jul 19, 2015 8:36pm